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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Gem, OH
Assisted living costs in Gem average about $3,407 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 10 communities in Gem. Our detailed directory has 124 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Marietta, Caldwell and Williamstown.
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9.7
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79 reviews
Trustwell Living at Westwood Place is a very clean and comforting place. The staff is fantastic. They are always there when you need them and always helpful. Everyone makes you feel like family. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Westwood Place is located in Woodsfield, Ohio, a small town surrounded by beautiful farm country. We provide assisted living for seniors looking for caring and fun retirement living. Our lively community offers many amenities to help you enjoy each day: Fitness room Whirlpool Private dining...
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9.7
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39 reviews
What our family liked the most about Elison of Marietta was that it was how happy the families appeared whenever an outing was scheduled and how happy they were when making crafts/cookies, etc. It seemed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Offering COVID-19 vaccination clinics to residents and associates and requiring all associates who work here to vaccinate for COVID-19 are new health precautions helping us revitalize our community. Contact our community today to learn more.We are continuing to admit new Residents, where possible...
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7.7
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5 reviews
Resident's daughter felt carpet was filthy in halls and entrance. Admissions person [name removed] is amazing and is very helpful and friendly. The meals are expensive for guests. There could be more...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sign your contract by Dec. 31, 2020 and move into an apartment with free SMART* features. Plus, we’ll give you a safe moving package, up to $1,000. *Limited availability.Glenwood is a United Church Homes community tucked away in 70 wooded acres in Marietta, OH. Glenwood Senior Living Community is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Gem, OH
The average cost of senior living in Gem is $3,407 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caldwell, OH with an average of $3,296 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gem, OH vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gem, OH vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Gem vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Gem, OH by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Gem over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gem, OH
Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Gem.
Private income options in Ohio
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What families are saying about assisted living in Gem
Recent reviews for assisted living in Gem
Elison of Marietta
5.0
I believe that [name removed] had the best last 4 1/2 months of his life there. The food and everything was exemplary.
The staff was attentive. The entire staff....house cleaning, nursing , PT, everything.
It really did feel like a home away from home.
I had some people at the local Veterans ...
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Trustwell Living at Westwood Place in Woodsfield, OH
5.0
Extremely responsive and knowledgeable when providing services for individuals requiring immediate assistance. Staff are so very kind and thoughtful. We are fortunate to have Westwood in our community.
Glenwood Community in Marietta, OH
4.6
Glenwood Community is such a nice place. The main problem we have is that there is no one person liaison to ask questions- so we have talk to many different folks and get different answers. But I think it's the best place in the area for assisted living. Get all the information before ...
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Gem review score based on 49 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 10 Gem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Gem review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Gem review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Gem assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 49 reviews of 10 Gem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gem resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Gem, OH averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.7
4.1
Value for cost*
4.5
4.1
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Gem assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gem, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Gem assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Gem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
30%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Gem assisted living
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Gem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gem, OHNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gem assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gem assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gem, OHNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gem assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Gem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gem
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Ohio assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gem protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Trustwell Living at Westwood Place, Elison of Marietta and Glenwood Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Gem, Ohio. See full list of communities.
There are 10 assisted living facilities near Gem, Ohio. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Gem, Ohio is Trustwell Living at Westwood Place. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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